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Slo-Tech Linux
Slo-Tech Linux was a Slovenian desktop Linux distribution based on Debian GNU/Linux and Morphix.
Status: Discontinued
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| 2017-01-25 |
NEW • Distribution Release: Parsix GNU/Linux 8.15 |
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Parsix GNU/Linux is a desktop distribution based on Debian's Stable branch. The Parsix project has released an update to their 8.x series, Parsix GNU/Linux 8.15r0. The new release features the GNOME 3.22.2 desktop environment and version 4.4.44 of the Linux kernel. The Parsix news page reads: We are proud to announce the final release of Parsix GNU/Linux 8.15, code name 'Nev'. Parsix 8.15 ships with GNOME 3.22.2, an updated kernel based on Linux 4.4.44 and tons of updated and upgraded packages. It has been built on top of the rock-solid Debian 8.0 'Jessie' platform and all base packages have been synchronized with the 'Jessie' repositories as of January 23, 2017. Updated packages: X.Org Server 1.16.4, Firefox 50.1, Chromium 55.0, LibreOffice 4.3.3, glibc 2.19, GParted 0.19.0, Empathy 3.12.12, GIMP 2.8.14, Grisbi 1.0.1, VirtualBox 4.3.36, VLC 2.2.1, Adobe Flash player 24.0.0.194." Additional information and key package versions can be found in the project's release notes. Download: parsix_8.15r0-amd64.iso (1,236MB, MD5, pkglist). |
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| 2016-12-08 |
NEW • Development Release: Parsix GNU/Linux 8.15 Test 2 |
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Alan Baghumian has announced the availability of a new development snapshot of Parsix GNU/Linux. The new beta version, Parsix GNU/Linux 8.15-TEST-2, of the Debian-based project ships with GNOME 3.22 and version 4.4.35 of the Linux kernel. The Adobe Flash player has also been updated. The 64-bit builds support booting on UEFI-enabled computers. "Parsix GNU/Linux 8.15 (code name 'Nev') ships with the stable GNOME 3.22 desktop environment and an updated kernel. This version has been synchronized with Debian 'Jessie' repositories as of November 27, 2016. Parsix 'Nev' ships with the LibreOffice 4.3.3 productivity suit by default. Highlights: GNOME Shell 3.22.2, GRUB 2, Firefox 50.0, GParted 0.19.0, Empathy 3.12.12, LibreOffice 4.3.3, VirtualBox 4.3.36 and an updated kernel based on Linux 4.4.35 with TuxOnIce, BFS and other extra patches. The live DVD has been compressed using Squashfs and xz." A list of changes and key package versions can be found in the project's release notes. Download the live DVD image from SourceForge: parsix_8.15-TEST-2-amd64.iso (1,278MB, MD5, pkglist). |
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| 2016-07-31 |
NEW • Distribution Release: Parsix GNU/Linux 8.10 |
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Alan Baghumian has announced the release of Parsix GNU/Linux 8.10. This new version is still based on Debian's current stable branch, but it comes the very latest GNOME 3.20 desktop, as well as a specially compiled Linux kernel 4.4. From the release announcement: "Hello everybody, we are pleased to announce that the final version of Parsix GNU/Linux 8.10, code name 'Erik', is available now. This version ships with GNOME 3.20.3, a new kernel based on Linux 4.4.16 and tons of updated and upgraded packages. Parsix 8.10 has been built on top of the rock-solid Debian 8.0 'Jessie' platform and all base packages have been synchronized with Debian 'Jessie' repositories as of July 30, 2016. Parsix 'Erik' ships with the LibreOffice 4.3.3 productivity suit by default. Highlights: GNOME Shell 3.20.3, GRUB 2, Firefox 47.0.1, GParted 0.19.0, Empathy 3.12.12, LibreOffice 4.3.3, VirtualBox 4.3.36 and a brand new kernel based on Linux 4.4.16 with TuxOnIce, BFS and other extra patches. The live DVD has been compressed using SquashFS and xz." See also the release notes for further details. Download the live DVD image from SourceForge: parsix_8.10r0-amd64.iso (1,244MB, MD5, pkglist). |
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| 2016-03-26 |
NEW • Development Release: Parsix GNU/Linux 8.10 Test 0 |
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Alan Baghumian has announced the availability of Parsix GNU/Linux. The Parsix distribution is based on Debian's Stable branch and focuses on providing a friendly desktop distribution. The latest testing release, Parsix 8.10-TEST-0, ships with GNOME 3.20 and an updated version of the Linux kernel. "What's new in 8.10? Parsix GNU/Linux 8.10 (code name Erik) ships with the stable GNOME 3.20 desktop environment and an updated kernel. This version has been synchronized with Debian Jessie repositories as of March 17, 2016. Parsix Erik ships with GNOME 3.20 and LibreOffice 4.3.3 productivity suit by default. Highlights: GNOME Shell 3.20.0, GRUB 2, Firefox 45.0.1, GParted 0.19.0, Empathy 3.12.11, LibreOffice 4.3.3, VirtualBox 4.3.36 and a kernel based on Linux 4.1.19 with TuxOnIce 3.3, BFS and other extra patches. Live DVD has been compressed using SquashFS and XZ." A complete list of changes can be found in the project's release announcement. Download: parsix_8.10-TEST-0-amd64.iso (1,243MB, MD5, pkglist). |
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| 2016-02-14 |
NEW • Distribution Release: Parsix GNU/Linux 8.5 |
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Alan Baghumian has announced the launch of a new stable version of the Parsix GNU/Linux distribution. Parsix GNU/Linux is based on Debian Stable and features a number of extra desktop features and optimizations. The new release, version 8.5r0, ships with GNOME Shell 3.18, version 4.1.17 of the Linux kernel and the BFS kernel scheduler which offers improved responsiveness on the desktop. "Parsix GNU/Linux 8.5 (code name Atticus) ships with the stable GNOME 3.18 desktop environment and an updated kernel. This version has been synchronized with Debian Jessie repositories as of February 13, 2016. Parsix Atticus ships with GNOME 3.18 and LibreOffice 4.3.3 productivity suit by default. Highlights: GNOME Shell 3.18.3, GRUB 2, GNU Iceweasel (Firefox) 44.0, GParted 0.19.0, Empathy 3.12.11, LibreOffice 4.3.3, VirtualBox 4.3.36 and a kernel based on Linux 4.1.17 with TuxOnIce 3.3, BFS and other extra patches. Live DVD has been compressed using SquashFS and XZ." Further information can be found in the project's release notes. Download: parsix_8.5r0-amd64.iso (1,235MB, MD5, pkglist). |
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| 2016-01-24 |
NEW • Development Release: Parsix GNU/Linux 8.5 Test 3 |
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Alan Baghumian has announced the availability of the third - and likely last - development build of Parsix GNU/Linux 8.5, a desktop distribution based on Debian's stable version, but featuring the latest GNOME 3 desktop: "Hello everybody, the third and last testing version of Parsix GNU/Linux 8.5, code name Atticus, has been released. Parsix GNU/Linux 8.5-TEST-3 comes with GNOME Shell 3.18.3, several updated and upgraded packages, and an updated kernel based on Linux 4.1.16. This version has been built on top of the rock-solid Debian 'Jessie' (8.0) platform and all base packages have been synchronized with the Debian 'Jessie' repositories as of January 7, 2016. Highlights: GNOME Shell 3.18.3, GRUB 2, GNU Iceweasel (Firefox) 43.0.2, GParted 0.19.0, Empathy 3.12.11, LibreOffice 4.3.3, VirtualBox 4.3.30...." Read the release announcement and release notes for other notable changes and a list of Parsix software repositories. Interested testers can download the live DVD image from SourceForge: parsix_8.5-TEST-3-amd64.iso (1,237MB, MD5, pkglist). |
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| 2015-12-15 |
NEW • Development Release: Parsix GNU/Linux 8.5 Test 2 |
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Alan Baghumian has announced the availability of a second test release of Parsix GNU/Linux 8.5, the upcoming new release based on Debian's current stable version, but featuring the brand-new GNOME Shell 3.18.3 desktop: "Hello everybody, the second testing version of Parsix GNU/Linux 8.5, code name 'Atticus;, is available now. Parsix GNU/Linux 8.5-TEST-2 comes with GNOME Shell 3.18.3, an updated kernel based on Linux 4.1.13 and a whole bunch of updated packages. This version has been built on top of the rock-solid Debian 'Jessie' (8.5) platform and all base packages have been synchronized with Debian's 'Jessie' repositories as of November 14, 2015. Highlights: GNOME Shell 3.18.3, GRUB 2, GNU Iceweasel (Firefox) 42.0, GParted 0.19.0, Empathy 3.12.11, LibreOffice 4.3.3, VirtualBox 4.3.30 and a kernel based on Linux 4.1.13 with TuxOnIce 3.3, BFS and other extra patches. Live DVD has been compressed using SquashFS and xz." See the release announcement and release notes for further details and a list of upgraded packages. Download the live DVD image from SourceForge: parsix_8.5-TEST-2-amd64.iso (1,238MB, MD5, pkglist). |
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| 2015-09-14 |
NEW • Distribution Release: Parsix GNU/Linux 8.0 |
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Parsix GNU/Linux 8.0 has been released. Parsix is a desktop Linux distribution based on the latest stable Debian release, but shipping with the latest stable GNOME build. From the release announcement: "We are happy to announce the immediate availability of Parsix GNU/Linux 8.0, code name 'Mumble'. This version is our first release using Debian 'Jessie' as the base platform. Parsix GNU/Linux 8.0 ships with the GNOME 3.16 desktop environment, Linux 4.1-based kernel and an improved installer system officially supporting UEFI based systems. All base packages have been synchronized with Debian 'Jessie' repositories as of September 12, 2015 and we are shipping GNOME Shell 3.16.3 and Linux 4.1.6. Updated packages: X.Org Server 1.16.4, GNU Iceweasel 40.0.3, Chromium browser 45.0, LibreOffice 4.3.3, glibc 2.19, GParted 0.19.0, Empathy 3.12.10, GIMP 2.8.14, Grisbi 1.0.0, VirtualBox 4.3.28, VLC 2.2.1." See also the detailed release notes for additional notes and software repository information. Download the live DVD image from SourceForge: parsix_8.0r0-amd64.iso (1,257MB, MD5, pkglist). |
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| 2015-08-30 |
NEW • Development Release: Parsix GNU/Linux 8.0 Test 3 |
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Alan Baghumian has announced the availability of new test images for Parsix GNU/Linux 8.0. The new test images, version 8.0-TEST-3, will probably be the last test release leading up to the launch of Parsix GNU/Linux 8.0, which is based on Debian "Jessie". "Parsix GNU/Linux 8.0 (code name Mumble) brings stable GNOME 3.16 desktop environment, a brand new kernel and an updated installer. This version has been synchronized with Debian Jessie repositories as of July 25, 2015. Parsix Mumble ships with GNOME 3.16 and LibreOffice 4.3.3 productivity suit by default. Highlights: Updated installer system with better UEFI support, GNOME Shell 3.16.3, GRUB 2, GNU Iceweasel (Firefox) 40.0, GParted 0.19.0, Empathy 3.12.10, LibreOffice 4.3.3, VirtualBox 4.3.28 and a kernel based on Linux 4.1.6 with TuxOnIce 3.3, BFS and other extra patches. Live DVD has been compressed using SquashFS and XZ." More information can be found in the project's release notes. Downloads (MD5): parsix_8.0-TEST-3-amd64.iso (1,243MB, MD5, pkglist). |
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| 2015-07-29 |
NEW • Development Release: Parsix GNU/Linux 8.0 Test 2 |
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Alan Baghumian has announced the availability of a second test release of Parsix GNU/Linux 8.0. The new development release, which carries the version number 8.0-TEST2, is based on Debian 8 "Jessie" and offers users UEFI support along with up to date versions of the GNOME desktop, LibreOffice and popular web browsers. "Parsix GNU/Linux 8.0 (code name Mumble) brings stable GNOME 3.16 desktop environment, a brand new kernel and an updated installer. This version has been synchronized with Debian Jessie repositories as of July 25, 2015. Parsix Mumble ships with GNOME 3.16 and LibreOffice 4.3.3 productivity suit by default. Highlights: Updated installer system with better UEFI support, GNOME Shell 3.16.3, GRUB 2, GNU Iceweasel (Firefox) 39.0, GParted 0.19.0, Empathy 3.12.10, LibreOffice 4.3.3, VirtualBox 4.3.28 and a kernel based on Linux 4.0.9 with TuxOnIce 3.3, BFS and other extra patches. Live DVD has been compressed using SquashFS and XZ." Additional details are available in the project's release notes. Download: parsix_8.0-TEST-2-amd64.iso (1,241MB, MD5, pkglist). |
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| 2015-07-03 |
NEW • Development Release: Parsix GNU/Linux 8.0 Test 1 |
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The developers of Parsix GNU/Linux, a desktop oriented Debian-based distribution, have announced the availability of a new development release. The new release offers users an updated kernel, experimental UEFI support and the GNOME 3.16 desktop. "Parsix GNU/Linux 8.0 (code name Mumble) brings stable GNOME 3.16 desktop environment, a brand new kernel and an updated installer. This version has been synchronized with Debian Jessie repositories as of July 1, 2015. Parsix Mumble ships with GNOME 3.16 and LibreOffice 4.3.3 productivity suit by default. Highlights: Updated installer system with better UEFI support, GNOME Shell 3.16.2, GRUB 2, GNU Iceweasel 38.0.1...." The project has offered some additional notes for people who use NVIDIA and ATI video cards: "You can download and install nVidia (340.76) and ATI/AMD (14.12) precompiled drivers and kernel modules from the APT repository. If you are using an ATI/AMD graphic chip and have stability issues with GNOME Shell, use the non-free drivers. nVidia-legacy 173xx and 96xx series cards are not supported anymore and, users of those cards should switch to Nouveau open source driver." Further information can be found in the project's release notes. Download: parsix_8.0-TEST-1-amd64.iso (1,237MB, MD5, pkglist). |
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| 2015-05-17 |
NEW • Distribution Release: Parsix GNU/Linux 7.5 |
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Alan Baghumian has announced the launch of Parsix GNU/Linux 7.5. The Debian-based distribution for desktop computers ships with GNOME Shell 3.14 as the default desktop environment, offers UEFI boot support and runs atop version 3.14 of the Linux kernel. "Parsix GNU/Linux 7.5 (code name Rinaldo) brings the stable GNOME 3.14 desktop environment, a new kernel built using our modernized kernel build system, updated installer, a new version of systemd and an upgraded X.Org Server. This version has been synchronized with Debian Wheezy repositories as of April 26, 2015. Parsix Rinaldo ships with GNOME 3.14 and LibreOffice 4.3.3 productivity suit by default. Highlights: improved desktop performance thanks to X.Org 1.16.4, updated installer system with better UEFI support, GNOME Shell 3.14.4, GRUB 2, GNU Iceweasel (Firefox) 37.0.2, GParted 0.12.1, Empathy 3.12.8, LibreOffice 4.3.3, VirtualBox 4.3.18 and a kernel based on Linux 3.14.41 with TuxOnIce 3.3, BFS and other extra patches. Live DVD has been compressed using SquashFS and XZ." Further information is available in the release notes. Download: parsix_7.5r0-amd64.iso (1,141MB, MD5, pkglist). |
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| 2015-04-25 |
NEW • Development Release: Parsix GNU/Linux 7.5 Test 3 |
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The Parsix developers have announced the availability of a new development release. Parsix GNU/Linux 7.5 Test 3 is based on Debian's "Wheezy" package repositories and contains a preview of technology and features to come in the project's next stable release. "Parsix GNU/Linux 7.5 (code name Rinaldo) brings the latest stable GNOME desktop environment, a new kernel built using our modernized kernel build system, updated installer, a new version of systemd and an upgraded X.Org Server. This version has been synchronized with Debian Wheezy repositories as of April 17, 2015. Parsix Rinaldo ships with GNOME 3.14 and LibreOffice 4.3.3 productivity suit by default. Highlights: improved desktop performance thanks to X.Org 1.16.4, updated installer system with better UEFI support, GNOME Shell 3.14.4, GRUB 2, GNU Iceweasel (Firefox) 37.0, GParted 0.12.1, Empathy 3.12.8, LibreOffice 4.3.3, VirtualBox 4.3.18 and a kernel based on Linux 3.14.38 with TuxOnIce 3.3, BFS and other extra patches. Live DVD has been compressed using SquashFS and XZ." More information can be found in the project's release notes. Downloads: parsix_7.5-TEST-3-amd64.iso (1,141MB, MD5, pkglist). |
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| 2015-04-12 |
NEW • Development Release: Parsix GNU/Linux 7.5 Test 2 |
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The makers of Parsix, a desktop distribution based on Debian's latest Stable branch, have announced the availability of a new development releases, Parsix GNU/Linux 7.5 Test 2. The new test release offers UEFI support for 64-bit machines and focuses mostly on improving the system installer and desktop performance. "Parsix GNU/Linux 7.5 (code name Rinaldo) brings the latest stable GNOME desktop environment, a new kernel built using our modernized kernel build system, updated installer, a new version of systemd and an upgraded X.Org Server. This version has been synchronized with Debian Wheezy repositories as of February 20, 2015. Thanks to the upgraded X.Org server, there is a noticeable desktop performance improvement. Parsix Rinaldo ships with GNOME 3.14 and LibreOffice productivity suit by default. Highlights: GNOME Shell 3.14.3, X.Org 1.16.4, GRUB 2, GNU Iceweasel (Firefox) 37.0, GParted 0.12.1, Empathy 3.12.8, LibreOffice 4.3.3, VirtualBox 4.3.18 and a kernel based on Linux 3.14.36 with TuxOnIce 3.3, BFS and other extra patches." More information can be found in the project's release notes. Downloads: parsix_7.5-TEST-2-amd64.iso (1,151MB, MD5, pkglist). |
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| 2015-02-14 |
NEW • Distribution Release: Parsix GNU/Linux 7.0r1 |
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Alan Baghumian has announced the availability of the first revision release of Parsix GNU/Linux 7.0, a desktop distribution based on the stable Debian GNU/Linux 7 but featuring the GNOME desktop with GNOME Shell 3.12: "We are happy to announce that the first revision of Parsix GNU/Linux 7.0, also known as 'Nestor', is available now. Parsix GNU/Linux 7.0r1 ships with GNOME Shell 3.12.2 and an updated kernel based on Linux 3.14.32. This version merges all security and bug-fix updates into an updated ISO image. Key features of version 7.0: modernized kernel build system, enhanced live boot system and installer to support UEFI based environments, built on top of the rock-solid Debian GNU/Linux 'Wheezy' (7.0) platform. Highlights: X.Org Server 1.14.7, GRUB 2, GNU Iceweasel (Firefox) 35.0.1, GParted 0.12.1, Empathy 3.12.7, LibreOffice 3.5.4, VirtualBox 4.3.18...." Here is the brief release announcement, with technical specifications available in the more detailed release notes. Download the live DVD image from here: parsix_7.0r1-amd64.iso (1,122MB, MD5, pkglist). |
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| 2014-11-09 |
NEW • Distribution Release: Parsix GNU/Linux 7.0 |
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Alan Baghumian has announced the release of Parsix GNU/Linux 7.0, a desktop distribution based on Debian GNU/Linux 7, but featuring the GNOME 3.12 desktop: "We are proud to announce that the final version of Parsix GNU/Linux 7.0 a.k.a 'Nestor' is available for immediate download. Parsix Nestor ships with GNOME Shell 3.12.2 and a brand-new kernel based on Linux 3.14.23. Other features: modernized kernel build system, enhanced live boot system and installer to support UEFI-based environments, built on top of the rock solid Debian 'Wheezy' (7.0) platform. This version has been synchronized with Debian Wheezy repositories as of November 6, 2014. Parsix Nestor ships with GNOME 3.12 and LibreOffice productivity suit by default. Highlights: X.Org 7.7, GRUB 2, GNU Iceweasel (Firefox) 33.0, GParted 0.12.1, Empathy 3.12.7, LibreOffice 3.5.4, VirtualBox 4.3.10." See the release announcement and release notes for further information. Download from SourceForge: parsix_7.0r0-amd64.iso (1,122MB, MD5, pkglist). |
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| 2014-10-19 |
NEW • Development Release: Parsix GNU/Linux 7.0 Test 3 |
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Alan Baghumian has announced the availability of the third and final test release of Parsix GNU/Linux 7.0, a desktop distribution based on Debian GNU/Linux 7.0 and featuring GNOME 3.12 as the preferred desktop: "The last testing release for Parsix GNU/Linux 7.0, code name 'Nestor', is out now. Parsix Nestor ships with GNOME Shell 3.12.2, a brand-new kernel based on Linux 3.14.21 built using our modernized kernel build system and enhanced live boot system and installer to support UEFI, built on top of the rock-solid Debian Wheezy (7.0) platform. TEST-3 ships with a lot of fixed, updated and recompiled packages. Everything is very stable and we are hoping to release the final version. Updated packages: X.Org Server 1.14.5, GNU Iceweasel 32.0.3, Chromium 37.0, LibreOffice 3.5.4, glibc 2.13, GParted 0.12.1, Empathy 3.12.6, GIMP 2.8.2, Grisbi 1.0.0, VirtualBox 4.3.10, VLC 2.0.6." Read the release announcement and release notes for further details. Download from SourceForge: parsix_7.0-TEST-3-amd64.iso (1,120MB, MD5, pkglist). |
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| 2014-09-27 |
NEW • Development Release: Parsix GNU/Linux 7.0 Test 2 |
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Alan Baghumian has announced the availability of the second test release of Parsix GNU/Linux 7.0, a desktop distribution based on Debian GNU/Linux 7.0, but featuring the GNOME 3.12 desktop: "Our second testing release of Parsix GNU/Linux 7.0, code name 'Nestor', is available now. Parsix Nestor ships with GNOME Shell 3.12.2, a brand new kernel based on Linux 3.14.19 built using our modernized kernel build system and enhanced live boot system and installer to support UEFI, built on top of the rock solid Debian 'Wheezy' (7.0) platform. A lot of bugs have been fixed in this release, live boot is faster, new artwork has been completed and all base packages have been synchronized with Debian Wheezy repositories as of September 24, 2014. Highlights: GNOME Shell 3.12.2, X.Org 7.7, GRUB 2, GNU Iceweasel (Firefox) 32.0, GParted 0.12.1, Empathy 3.12.6, LibreOffice 3.5.4, VirtualBox 4.3.10...." Read the release announcement and check out the more detailed release notes for further information. Download: parsix_7.0-TEST-2-amd64.iso (1,119MB, MD5, pkglist). |
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| 2014-08-19 |
NEW • Development Release: Parsix GNU/Linux 7.0 Test 1 |
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Alan Baghumian has announced the availability of the initial test release of Parsix GNU/Linux 7.0, a Debian-based distribution featuring the GNOME 3.12 desktop: "We are happy to announce the immediate availability of the first testing release of Parsix GNU/Linux 7.0-TEST-1, code name 'Nestor'. Parsix GNU/Linux 7.0 brings the latest stable GNOME desktop environment, a brand-new kernel built using or modernized kernel build system, updated installer and support for UEFI-based systems. This version has been synchronized with Debian 'Wheezy' repositories as of August 16, 2014. Parsix 'Nestor' ships with GNOME 3.12 and LibreOffice productivity suit by default. Highlights: GNOME Shell 3.12.2, X.Org 7.7, GRUB 2, GNU Iceweasel (Firefox) 31.0, GParted 0.12.1, Empathy 3.12.4, LibreOffice 3.5.4, VirtualBox 4.3.10 and a brand new kernel based on Linux 3.14.17." Here are the full release notes. Download this test release from SourceForge: parsix_7.0-TEST-1-amd64.iso (1,107MB, MD5, pkglist). |
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| 2014-06-26 |
NEW • Distribution Release: Parsix GNU/Linux 6.0r1 |
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Alan Baghumian has announced the availability of an updated build of Parsix GNU/Linux, version 6.0r1, a distribution based on the latest stable release of Debian GNU/Linux and featuring the GNOME 3.10 desktop: "We are proud to announce the immediate availability of Parsix GNU/Linux 6.0r1, code name 'Trev'. This is the first re-spin of the Parsix GNU/Linux 6.0 series and it merges security and bug fix updates as of June 22, 2014. Trev 6.0r1 ships with GNOME Shell 3.10.3 and updated Linux 3.12.20 based kernel, built on top of the rock-solid Debian 'Wheezy' (7.0) platform. All base packages have been synchronized with Debian 'Wheezy' repositories as of June 1, 2014. Main changes: X.Org Server 1.14.5, GNU Iceweasel 30.0, Chromium Browser 35.0, LibreOffice 3.5.4, VirtualBox 4.3.10, VLC 2.0.6...." Read the release announcement and release notes for more details. Download the live DVD image from SourceForge: parsix_6.0r1-amd64.iso (1,095MB, MD5). |
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| 2014-04-26 |
NEW • Distribution Release: Parsix GNU/Linux 6.0 |
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Alan Baghumian has announced the release of Parsix GNU/Linux 6.0, a distribution based on Debian GNU/Linux 7.0 and featuring the GNOME 3.10 desktop: "We are happy to announce the immediate availability of Parsix GNU/Linux, 6.0r0 code name Trev. This version ships with GNOME Shell 3.10.3, and Linux 3.12.17 kernel built on top of rock solid Debian Wheezy (7.0) platform. All base packages have been synchronized with Debian 'Wheezy' repositories as of April 17, 2014. This version comes with a systemd-based live boot mode. Highlights: X.Org 7.7, GRUB 2, GNU Iceweasel (Firefox) 28.0, GParted 0.12.1, Empathy 3.10.1, LibreOffice 3.5.4, VirtualBox 4.3.10 and a brand new kernel based on Linux 3.12.17 with TuxOnIce 3.3, BFS and other extra patches. The live DVD has been compressed using Squashfs and xz." Read the release announcement and release notes for detailed information about the new release. Download: parsix_6.0r0-amd64.iso (1,072MB, MD5). |
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| 2014-04-07 |
NEW • Development Release: Parsix GNU/Linux 6.0 Test 3 |
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Alan Baghumian has announced the final test release of Parsix GNU/Linux 6.0, a live and installation DVD based on Debian's current stable release but featuring the very latest GNOME 3.10 desktop: "Our third and last official testing release for Parsix GNU/Linux 6.0 code name Trev, has been released. This version ships with GNOME Shell 3.10.3, and Linux 3.12.15 kernel built on top of rock solid Debian Wheezy (7.0) platform. A lot of updates have been made and all reported issues have been resolved. All base packages have been synchronized with Debian Wheezy repositories as of March 15, 2014. Stay tuned! Our goal is to release the final version within a week or two." Read the full announcement and the detailed release notes for more information such as instructions on using the Parsix GNU/Linux software repositories. Download: parsix_6.0-TEST-3-amd64.iso (1,070MB, MD5). |
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| 2014-02-22 |
NEW • Development Release: Parsix GNU/Linux 6.0 Test 2 |
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Alan Baghumian has announced the availability of the second test release of Parsix GNU/Linux 6.0, a desktop distribution based on Debian's current stable release, but featuring the very latest GNOME 3.10 desktop: "Our second official testing release for Parsix GNU/Linux 6.0, code name 'Trev', is available now. This version ships with GNOME Shell 3.10.3 and Linux 3.12.9 kernel built on top of rock-solid Debian 'Wheezy' (7.0) platform. Almost all GNOME packages have been upgraded to the latest stable versions and base packages have been synchronized with Debian 'Wheezy' repositories as of February 16, 2014. The artwork is also pretty much final. Updated packages: X.Org Server 1.14.5, GNU Iceweasel 27.0, Chromium Browser 32.0, Adobe Flash player 11.2.202.336. You can download and install the precompiled NVIDIA (319.76) and ATI (13.12) drivers and kernel modules from the APT repository." Read the release announcement and the more detailed release notes for further information and upgrade instructions. Download: parsix_6.0-TEST-2-amd64.iso (1,069MB, MD5). |
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| 2014-01-20 |
NEW • Development Release: Parsix GNU/Linux 6.0 Test 1 |
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Alan Baghumian has announced the availability of the first test release of Parsix GNU/Linux 6.0, a Debian-based distribution featuring the GNOME 3.10 desktop: "Parsix GNU/Linux 6.0 (code name 'Trev') brings the latest stable GNOME desktop environment, a brand new kernel, updated installer and systemd. This version has been synchronized with Debian 'Wheezy' repositories as of December 21, 2013. Parsix Trev ships with GNOME 3.10 and LibreOffice productivity suit by default. Highlights: GNOME 3.10.2, X.Org Server 1.14.5, GNU Iceweasel 24.2.0, GParted 0.12.1, Empathy 3.10.1, LibreOffice 3.5.4, VirtualBox 4.2.16 and a brand-new kernel based on Linux 3.12.5. Other notable changes: new artwork; updated Adobe Flash player to 11.2.202.335. You can download and install the latest NVIDIA (319.76) and ATI (13.11 beta) pre-compiled drivers and kernel modules from the APT repository." See the release notes for further information. Download: parsix_6.0-TEST-1-amd64.iso (1,064MB, MD5). |
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| 2013-12-26 |
NEW • Distribution Release: Parsix GNU/Linux 5.0r1 |
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Alan Baghumian has announced the availability of the first update build of Parsix GNU/Linux 5.0, a desktop Linux distribution with GNOME 3.8 based on Debian's "stable" branch: "We are proud to announce that an updated version of Parsix GNU/Linux 5.0, code name 'Lombardo', is available now. Parsix GNU/Linux 5.0 ships with GNOME 3.8.3 desktop environment and Linux 3.8.13 kernel built on top of a rock solid Debian 'Wheezy' (7.0) platform. This version has been synchronized with Debian repositories as of December 21, 2013 and contains additional bug fixes and updates released to the Parsix repositories. We are actively working on Parsix GNU/Linux 6.0, code name 'Trev', and we are hoping to release a testing version within the next week or two. Happy release!" Read the brief release announcement and visit the more detailed release notes page for further details. Download: parsix_5.0r1-amd64.iso (1,071MB, MD5). |
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| 2013-08-18 |
NEW • Distribution Release: Parsix GNU/Linux 5.0 |
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Alan Baghumian has announced the final version of Parsix GNU/Linux 5.0, a live and installation DVD based on Debian GNU/Linux: "Our goal is to provide a ready to use and easy to install desktop and laptop optimized operating system based on Debian's testing branch and the latest stable release of GNOME desktop environment. We have our own software repositories and build servers to build and provide all the necessary updates and missing features in Debian testing branch. Parsix GNU/Linux 5.0 (code name Lombardo) brings lots of updated packages, improved installer system, systemd init system and other quality new features. This version has been synchronized with Debian Wheezy repositories as of August 7, 2013. Parsix Lombardo ships with GNOME 3.8 and LibreOffice productivity suit by default." Find the detailed release notes for further information. Download: parsix_5.0r0-amd64.iso (1,081MB, MD5). |
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| 2013-07-22 |
NEW • Development Release: Parsix GNU/Linux 5.0 Test 3 |
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Alan Baghumian has announced the availability of the third test release of Parsix GNU/Linux 5.0, a Debian-based desktop Linux distribution with GNOME 3.8: "The third and final testing release of Parsix GNU/Linux 5.0, code name 'Lombardo', has been released. This is an RC-quality release and the goal is to make the final version ready by next week. This version ships with the GNOME 3.8.3 desktop environment and Linux kernel 3.8.13 built on top of the rock-solid Debian 7.0 platform. It also merges all security and bug fix updates from Debian repositories as of July 17, 2013. Other notable changes in 5.0: new artwork based on Metal X Shell Theme, Pull Me Under II HD wallpaper, Foresight GTK+ 2 theme engine and Faience icon; updated Adobe Flash player to 11.2.202.297. Note for NVIDIA and ATI users: it's now possible to install ATI, NVIDIA and legacy NVIDIA (173xx and 96xx series) drivers and kernel modules from the APT repository." Please see the release notes for further information. Download: parsix_5.0-TEST-3-amd64.iso (1,079MB, MD5). |
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| 2013-06-26 |
NEW • Development Release: Parsix GNU/Linux 5.0 Test 2 |
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Alan Baghumian has announced the availability of the second test build of Parsix GNU/Linux 5.0, the project's latest development release built on Debian "Wheezy" but featuring the GNOME 3.8 desktop: "The second testing release of Parsix GNU/Linux 5.0, code name 'Lombardo', is available now. This version ships with the GNOME 3.8.3 desktop environment and Linux kernel 3.8.13 built on top of the rock-solid Debian 'Wheezy' (7.0) platform. Most of the GNOME 3.8 packages have been upgraded to the latest versions and the look and feel is now complete. Also new updates from Debian 'Wheezy' repositories have been merged with the Parsix APT repositories. Updated packages: X.Org Server 1.12.4, GNU Iceweasel 21.0, Chromium 25.0, LibreOffice 3.5.4, glibc 2.13, GParted 0.12.1, Empathy 3.8.3, GIMP 2.8.2, Grisbi 0.8.9, VirtualBox 4.1.18, VLC 2.0.6, xFarDic 0.11.7." See the full release notes for further details. Download the new testing DVD images from SourceForge: parsix_5.0-TEST-2-amd64.iso (1,079MB, MD5). |
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| 2013-05-26 |
NEW • Development Release: Parsix GNU/Linux 5.0 Test 1 |
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Alan Baghumian has announced the availability of the first test build of Parsix GNU/Linux 5.0, a release with a Debian "Wheezy" base but featuring the latest GNOME desktop (version 3.8): "Parsix GNU/Linux 5.0 (code name 'Lombardo') brings lots of updated packages, improved installer system, systemd init system and other quality new features. This version has been synchronized with Debian 'Wheezy' repositories as of May 23, 2013. Parsix Lombardo ships with GNOME 3.8 and LibreOffice productivity suit by default. Highlights: GNOME 3.8.2, X.Org 7.7, GRUB 2, GNU Iceweasel 21.0, GParted 0.12.1, Empathy 3.7.92, LibreOffice 3.5.4, VirtualBox 4.1.18 and a brand new kernel based on Linux 3.8.13 with TuxOnIce 3.3, BFS and other extra patches. The live DVD has been compressed using Squashfs and xz." Read the rest of the release notes for more information. Interested testers can download the new DVD images from SourceForge: parsix_5.0-TEST-1-amd64.iso (1,075MB, MD5). |
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| 2013-02-05 |
NEW • Distribution Release: Parsix GNU/Linux 4.0r2 |
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Alan Baghumian has announced the availability of an updated build of Parsix GNU/Linux 4.0, a desktop distribution and live DVD based on Debian's "testing" branch: "To celebrate our 8th anniversary, we decided to release an updated version of Parsix GNU/Linux 4.0 code name 'Gloria'. This version ships with a brand-new kernel based on Linux 3.2.37 and merges Debian testing updates as of January 30, 2013. Parsix 'Gloria' is the project's first release with the GNOME 3 series and it ships with LibreOffice productivity suit by default. Gloria has a brand-new software package manager. Highlights: GNOME 3.4.2, X.Org 7.7, GRUB 2, GNU Iceweasel 18.0.1, GParted 0.12.1, Empathy 3.4.2.3, LibreOffice 3.5.4, VirtualBox 4.1.18. The live DVD has been compressed using Squashfs and xz." Read the rest of the release notes where you can find more information and upgrade instructions. Download the live DVD image from SourceForge: parsix_4.0r2-amd64.iso (1,033MB, MD5). |
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| 2013-01-01 |
NEW • Distribution Release: Parsix GNU/Linux 4.0r1 |
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Happy new year! The honour of the first release announcement of 2013 goes to Parsix GNU/Linux, a distribution based on Debian's testing branch and featuring the GNOME 3 desktop: "The updated 4.0r1 version has been synchronized with Debian's testing repositories as of December 29, 2012 and brings lots of updated packages compared to Parsix 3.7 aka Raul. Parsix Gloria is project's first release with the GNOME 3 series and ships with LibreOffice productivity suite by default. Gloria has a brand-new software manager package. Highlights: GNOME 3.4.2, X.Org 7.7, GRUB 2, GNU Iceweasel 17.0.1, GParted 0.12.1, Empathy 3.4.2.3, LibreOffice 3.5.4, VirtualBox 4.1.18 and a brand-new kernel based on Linux 3.2.35 with TuxOnIce 3.3, BFS and other extra patches. The live DVD has been compressed using Squashfs and xz. Main changes are: X.Org Server 1.12.4, glibc 2.13, GIMP 2.8.2, Grisbi 0.8.9, VLC 2.0.5, xFarDic 0.11.7." See the detailed release notes for more information and upgrade instructions. Download: parsix_4.0r1a-amd64.iso (1,031MB, MD5). |
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| 2012-11-13 |
NEW • Distribution Release: Parsix GNU/Linux 4.0 |
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Alan Baghumian has announced the release of Parsix GNU/Linux 4.0, a desktop Linux distribution with GNOME Shell, based on Debian's 'testing' branch: "Parsix GNU/Linux 4.0 (code name 'Gloria') brings tons of updated packages, faster live boot, improved installer system and quality new features. This version has been synchronized with Debian testing repositories as of November 7, 2012 and brings lot of updated packages compared to Parsix 3.7. Parsix Gloria is the project's first release with the GNOME 3 series and it ships with LibreOffice productivity suit by default. Gloria has a brand-new software manager package. Highlights: GNOME 3.4.2, X.Org 7.7, GRUB 2, GNU Iceweasel 16.0.2, GParted 0.12.1, Empathy 3.4.2.3, LibreOffice 3.5.4, VirtualBox 4.1.18 and a brand-new kernel based on Linux 3.2.28 with TuxOnIce, BFS and other extra patches. The live DVD has been compressed using Squashfs and xz." See the detailed release notes for more information. Download: parsix_4.0r0-i386.iso (1,030MB, MD5), parsix_4.0r0-amd64.iso (1,027MB, MD5). |
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| 2012-10-15 |
NEW • Development Release: Parsix GNU/Linux 4.0 Test 3 |
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Alan Baghumian has announced that the third public test release of Parsix GNU/Linux 4.0, a Debian-based distribution for the desktop, is now ready for download and testing: "This is the third and last test version of the upcoming Parsix GNU/Linux 4.0 release. Parsix GNU/Linux 4.0 (code name 'Gloria') has been synchronized with Debian's testing repositories as of October 8, 2012 and brings lot of updated packages compared to Parsix 3.7. Parsix Gloria is the project's first release with the GNOME 3 series and it ships with the LibreOffice productivity suit by default. It has a brand new software manager package. Highlights: GNOME 3.4.2, X.Org 7.7, GRUB 2, GNU Iceweasel 15.0.1, GParted 0.12.1, Empathy 3.4.2.3, LibreOffice 3.5.4, VirtualBox 4.1.18 and a brand new kernel based on Linux 3.2.28 with TuxOnIce, BFS and other extra patches." Read the complete release notes for further information. Download: parsix_4.0r0-test-3-i386.iso (1,028MB, MD5), parsix_4.0r0-test-3-amd64.iso (1,025MB, MD5). |
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| 2012-08-20 |
NEW • Development Release: Parsix GNU/Linux 4.0 Test 2 |
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Alan Baghumian has announced the availability of the second test release of Parsix GNU/Linux 4.0, a desktop Linux distribution based on Debian's testing branch: "This is the second test version of the upcoming Parsix GNU/Linux 4.0 release. Parsix GNU/Linux 4.0 (code name 'Gloria') brings tons of updated packages, faster live boot and updated installer system. This version has been synchronized with Debian testing repositories as of August 12, 2012. Parsix 'Gloria' is the project's first release with GNOME 3 and it ships with LibreOffice productivity suite by default. It also has a new software manager. Highlights: GNOME 3.4.2, X.Org 7.7, GRUB 2, GNU Iceweasel 14.0.1, LibreOffice 3.5.4, VirtualBox 4.1.16 and a new kernel based on Linux 3.2.23 with TuxOnIce, BFS and other patches." See the release notes for more details. Download: parsix_4.0r0-test-2-i386.iso (1,027MB, MD5), parsix_4.0r0-test-2-amd64.iso (1,024MB, MD5).
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| 2012-07-04 |
NEW • Development Release: Parsix GNU/Linux 4.0 Test 1 |
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Alan Baghumian has announced the availability of the first test release of Parsix GNU/Linux 4.0, a desktop Linux distribution and live DVD based on Debian's testing branch: "This is the first test version of the upcoming Parsix GNU/Linux 4.0 release. This version has been synchronized with Debian's testing repositories as of July 1, 2012 and brings a lot of updated packages. Parsix 'Gloria' is the project's first release with GNOME 3 and ships with LibreOffice productivity suit. Gloria has a brand new software manager. Highlights: GNOME 3.4.2, X.Org 7.6, GRUB 2, GNU Iceweasel 13.0, GParted 0.12.1, Empathy 3.4.2.3, LibreOffice 3.5.4, VirtualBox 4.1.16 and a brand new kernel based on Linux 3.2.20 with TuxOnIce, BFS and other extra patches." Read the release notes a more detailed list of updated packages, known issues and repository information. Download: parsix_4.0r0-test-1-i386.iso (1,021MB, MD5), parsix_4.0r0-test-1-amd64.iso (1,017MB, MD5).
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| 2012-06-01 |
NEW • Development Release: Parsix GNU/Linux 4.0 Preview |
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Alan Baghumian has announced the availability of the first public pre-release of Parsix GNU/Linux 4.0, a Debian-based desktop Linux distribution featuring GNOME 3.4: "This is a pre-test version of the upcoming Parsix GNU/Linux 4.0 release. Parsix GNU/Linux 4.0 (code name 'Gloria') brings tons of updated packages, faster live boot, updated installer system and quality new features. This version has been synchronized with Debian 'testing' repositories as of May 24, 2012. This is the project's first release with the GNOME 3 series and it ships with LibreOffice productivity suit. Gloria also ships with a brand new software manager package. Highlights: GNOME 3.4.2, X.Org 7.6, GRUB 2, GNU Iceweasel 12.0, GParted 0.11.0, Empathy 3.4.2, LibreOffice 3.4.6 and VirtualBox 4.1.2." Read the release notes for a detailed list of feature, updates and known issues. Download: parsix_4.0-preview-053012-i386.iso (1,201MB, MD5), parsix_4.0-preview-053012-amd64.iso (1,201MB, MD5).
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| 2012-02-11 |
NEW • Distribution Release: Parsix GNU/Linux 3.7r2 |
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Alan Baghumian has announced the release of the second revision of Parsix GNU/Linux 3.7, a desktop distribution and live DVD based on Debian's stable branch: "The second and probably the last update release of Parsix GNU/Linux 3.7, code name 'Raul', is available now. This version comes with several updated packages including GNU Iceweasel 10.0 and also merges all the published security and bug-fix updates as of February 10, 2012. It is hard to believe that it has been seven years since we published our first public release. We have come a long way and are hoping to be able to serve our user community as long as we can. Soon we will start to work on the next version of Parsix GNU/Linux which will be shipped with GNOME 3.x series and GNOME Shell extensions. Stay tuned. See the release announcement and release notes for further details. Download links: parsix_3.7r2-i386.iso (952MB, MD5), parsix_3.7r2-amd64.iso (966MB, MD5).
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| 2011-10-09 |
NEW • Distribution Release: Parsix GNU/Linux 3.7r1 |
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Alan Baghumian has announced the release of an updated build of Parsix GNU/Linux 3.7, a desktop-oriented distribution and live DVD based on Debian's testing branch and featuring the GNOME 2.32.1 desktop environment: "The first updated version of Parsix GNU/Linux 3.7, code name 'Raul', is available now. This version comes with updated GTK+, Grisbi, GNU Iceweasel and Chromium browser packages. It also merges all the published security updates into a new set of ISO images. You can easily update your existing systems using APT. Major components: Linux kernel 2.6.37.6, X.Org Server 1.7.7, GNU Iceweasel 7.0.1, Chromium 13.0.782.220, OpenOffice.org 3.2.1, glibc 2.11.2, GParted 0.8.1, GIMP 2.6.8, Grisbi 0.8.8, VirtualBox 4.0.4, VLC 1.1.3...." Check out the detailed release notes for more information and upgrade instructions. Download: parsix_3.7r1-i386.iso (949MB, MD5), parsix_3.7r1-amd64.iso (962MB, MD5).
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| 2011-08-15 |
NEW • Distribution Release: Parsix GNU/Linux 3.7 |
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Alan Baghumian has announced the release of Parsix GNU/Linux 3.7, an updated version of the desktop-oriented distribution and live DVD based on Debian's testing branch: "Parsix GNU/Linux 3.7 brings tons of updated packages, faster live boot and quality new features. This version has been synchronized with Debian testing repositories as of Feb 7, 2011 and brings lots of updated packages. The Parsix DVD images are compiled using Squashfs 4.0 with LZMA compression. Our brand new Linux 2.6.37.6 based kernel with improved configuration is patched using TuxOnIce 3.2 suspension and hibernation, Kon Kolivas's BFS and extra hardware support patches. For the first time we are including certain drivers from kernel's staging tree, including the new experimental nouveau graphics diver for NVIDIA chips." Consult the detailed release notes for a list of new features and major software components. Download: parsix_3.7r0-i386.iso (947MB, MD5), parsix_3.7r0-amd64.iso (961MB, MD5).
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| 2011-07-17 |
NEW • Development Release: Parsix GNU/Linux 3.7 Test 3 |
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Alan Baghumian has announced the availability of the third and final test release of Parsix GNU/Linux 3.7, a desktop distribution (with GNOME 2.32) based on Debian's testing branch: "This is the third and last official testing release of the Parsix GNU/Linux 3.7 series which is being released after several months of testing and development. Parsix GNU/Linux 3.7 brings tons of updated packages, faster live boot and quality new features. This version has been synchronized with Debian testing repositories as of Feb 7, 2010. It has a brand-new, light and fast look and feel. Features: NetworkManager 0.8.1 as the default networking stack, GRUB 2 bootloader and ext4 file system, X.Org 7.5. Highlights: GNOME 2.32.1, Iceweasel 5.0, GParted 0.8.1, Empathy 2.30.3, OpenOffice.org 3.2.1, Compiz-Fusion 0.8.4 and, VirtualBox 4.0.4." The release notes have all the details. Download: parsix_3.7r0-TEST-3-i386.iso (948MB, MD5), parsix_3.7r0-TEST-3-amd64.iso (960MB, MD5).
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| 2011-06-19 |
NEW • Development Release: Parsix GNU/Linux 3.7 Test 2 |
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Alan Baghumian has announced the availability of the second test release of Parsix GNU/Linux 3.7, a Debian-based desktop distribution with GNOME 2.32: "Our second testing release of Parsix GNU/Linux 3.7 is out now. This version merges all the published security and bug-fix updates. Several packages have been upgraded to their newer versions, such as Evolution 2.32.3, GParted 0.8.1, Iceweasel 4.0.1, Chromium 11 and NetworkManager 0.8.4. Parsix GNU/Linux 3.7 is built on top of the rock-solid Debian testing branch as of Feb 7, 2011 and brings tons of updated packages. We decided to ship GNOME 2.32 with this version and GNOME 3.0 is planned for Parsix GNU/Linux 4.0. We will follow this testing release with our classic three-step development releases and are looking to release the final version in late June or early July." Read the release announcement and release notes for further details. Download: parsix_3.7r0-TEST-2-i386.iso (948MB, MD5), parsix_3.7r0-TEST-2-amd64.iso (961MB, MD5).
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| 2011-05-29 |
NEW • Development Release: Parsix GNU/Linux 3.7 Test 1 |
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Alan Baghumian has announced the availability of the first test release of Parsix GNU/Linux 3.7, a Debian-based desktop distribution featuring GNOME 2.32 and a Linux kernel 2.6.37.6 patched for performance: "A new testing release of Parsix GNU/Linux is available now. This version is being released after a few months of internal and community testing and development. Parsix GNU/Linux 3.7 'Raul' is built on top of the rock-solid Debian testing branch as of Feb 7, 2011 and brings tons of updated packages. We decided to ship GNOME 2.32 with this version and GNOME 3.0 is planned for Parsix GNU/Linux 4.0. We will follow this testing release with our classic three-step development releases and are looking to release the final version in late June or early July." Visit the distribution's news page to read the brief release announcement; detailed release notes are available here. Download: parsix_3.7r0-TEST-1-i386.iso (947MB, MD5), parsix_3.7r0-TEST-1-amd64.iso (961MB, MD5).
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| 2011-04-03 |
NEW • Distribution Release: Parsix GNU/Linux 3.6r2 |
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Alan Baghumian has announced the release of the second respin of Parsix GNU/Linux 3.6, a Debian-based desktop distribution and live DVD: "After revamping our website it is the right time to release the last maintenance update of 3.6 series. This release merges all the published security and technical fixes on the software repositories into a set of updated ISO images. As always, we support both 32-bit and 64-bit architectures. Also Chromium browser version 10 is available to be downloaded via software repositories. To keep you updated about our next version (3.7 'Raul'), we are working to generate the first set of testing ISO images and they will be available soon." Read the brief release announcement and the more detailed release notes for further information. Download: parsix_3.6r2-i386.iso (879MB, MD5), parsix_3.6r2-amd64.iso (887MB, MD5).
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| 2010-12-15 |
NEW • Distribution Release: Parsix GNU/Linux 3.6r1 |
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Alan Baghumian has announced the release of Parsix GNU/Linux 3.6r1, a new revision of the Debian-based distribution for the desktop: "The first updated version of Parsix GNU/Linux 3.6 'Vinnie' is available for immediate download. This version merges all the published updates into the ISO images. Parsix now offers security updates. Vinnie ISO images are compiled using Squashfs 4.0 with LZMA compression and will fit on a blank DVD. We are back to using isolinux as CD/DVD boot loader, as GRUB 2 has issues such as booting from external USB devices. The updated Linux 2.6.32.26 kernel with improved configuration is patched using the latest TuxOnIce suspension and hibernation and Kon Kolivas's BFS patches. Improved live boot system loads the system faster and this version also ships our experimental USB installer that enables users to run Parsix from USB keys." Read the rest of the release announcement for more details. Download: parsix_3.6r1-i386.iso (875MB, MD5), parsix_3.6r1-amd64.iso (881MB, MD5).
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| 2010-09-06 |
NEW • Distribution Release: Parsix GNU/Linux 3.6 |
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Alan Baghumian has announced the release of Parsix GNU/Linux 3.6, a desktop distribution with GNOME, based on Debian's testing branch: "We are proud to announce that the final version of Parsix GNU/Linux 3.6 'Vinnie' is available now. Parsix 'Vinnie' package repositories are synchronized with Debian testing repositories as of July 1, 2010 and for the first time we are offering our own multimedia repository called 'Wonderland' which is a snapshot of Debian Multimedia repository. The updated Linux 2.6.32.20 kernel with improved configuration is patched using the latest TuxOnIce suspension and hibernation, and Kon Kolivas's BFS patches. Improved live boot system loads the system faster and this version also ships our experimental USB installer that enables users to run Parsix from USB keys." See the release announcement and release notes for more details. Download: parsix_3.6r0-i386.iso (878MB, MD5), parsix_3.6r0-amd64.iso (885MB, MD5).
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| 2010-07-28 |
NEW • Development Release: Parsix GNU/Linux 3.6 RC |
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Alan Baghumian has announced the release candidate of Parsix GNU/Linux 3.6, a desktop-oriented distribution based on Debian's testing branch: "The release candidate version of Parsix GNU/Linux 3.6 aka Vinnie is available now. Parsix package repositories are synchronized with Debian testing repositories as of July 1, 2010 and for the first time we are offering our own multimedia repository called Wonderland which is a snapshot of Debian Multimedia repository. Vinnie ISO images are compiled using SquashFS 4.0 with LZMA compression; will fit on a blank DVD. The updated Linux 2.6.32.16 kernel with improved configuration is patched using the latest TuxOnIce suspension/hibernation and Kon Kolivas's BFS patches. Improved live boot system loads the system faster and this version also ships our experimental USB installer that enables users to run Parsix from USB keys and pen drives." See the release announcement and release notes for more details. Download: parsix_3.6r0-rc-i386.iso (888MB, MD5), parsix_3.6r0-rc-amd64.iso (895MB, MD5).
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| 2010-05-31 |
NEW • Distribution Release: Parsix GNU/Linux 3.5 |
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Alan Baghumian has announced the release of Parsix GNU/Linux 3.5, a desktop-oriented distribution based on Debian's testing branch: "We are proud to announce that the final Parsix GNU/Linux 3.5r0 ISO images are available for immediate download. This release provides a stable computing platform for your daily uses and tasks. Package repositories are synchronized with Debian testing repositories as of April 7, 2010. Frankie ISO images will not fit on CD and a DVD is required to burn them. These images are compiled using Squashfs 4.0 with LZMA compression and for the first time GRUB 2 is used as default live DVD boot loader. The kernel build system has been modified and improved vastly to produce better kernel packages. Our brand new Linux 2.6.32.14 kernel with improved configuration is patched using the latest TuxOnIce suspension / hibernation and Kon Kolivas's BFS patches." See the release announcement and release notes for more details. Download: parsix_3.5r0-i386.iso (839MB, MD5), parsix_3.5r0-amd64.iso (845MB, MD5).
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| 2010-05-12 |
NEW • Development Release: Parsix GNU/Linux 3.5 Test 3 |
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Alan Baghumian has announced the availability of the third test release of Parsix GNU/Linux 3.5, a desktop distribution and live CD based on Debian's testing branch: "The third and final set of Parsix GNU/Linux 3.5 'Frankie' testing ISO images are out. In this release efforts were centralized on fixing reported problems by the community and also finalizing needed updates and changes through the stable release. Repositories are synchronized with Debian testing repositories as of April 7, 2010. Continent repository is frozen and no more updates will be imported from Debian. ISO images will not fit on CD and a DVD is required to burn them. Frankie ISO images are compiled using Squashfs 4.0 with LZMA compression and for the first time GRUB 2 is used as default Live-DVD boot loader." Read the complete release announcement for additional details. Download: parsix_3.5-test-3-i386.iso (839MB, MD5), parsix_3.5-test-3-amd64.iso (844MB, MD5).
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| 2010-04-17 |
NEW • Development Release: Parsix GNU/Linux 3.5 Test 2 |
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Alan Baghumian has announced the availability of the second test release of Parsix GNU/Linux 3.5, a desktop distribution and live CD based on Debian's testing branch: "The second set of Parsix 'Frankie' (3.5) testing ISO images are out. In this release efforts were centralized on fixing reported problems by the community users and also on finalizing needed updates and changes through the stable release. This version is synchronized with Debian testing repositories as of April 7, 2010 and brings lot of updated packages. Continent repository is now frozen and no more updates will be imported from Debian. ISO images will not fit on CD and a DVD is required to burn them. Frankie ISO images are compiled using Squashfs 4.0 with LZMA compression and, for the first time, GRUB 2 is used as the default live DVD boot loader." Read the rest of the release announcement for further details. Download: parsix_3.5-test-2-i386.iso (840MB, MD5), parsix_3.5-test-2-amd64.iso (845MB, MD5).
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| 2010-03-18 |
NEW • Development Release: Parsix GNU/Linux 3.5 Test 1 |
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Alan Baghumian has released the first development build of Parsix GNU/Linux 3.5, a desktop distribution and live DVD based on Debian's testing branch: "The first set of Parsix 3.5 'Frankie' testing ISO images are out. Although this is the first testing ISO, the system stability is very good and there shouldn't be any strange errors or problems. This version is synchronized with Debian testing repositories as of March 7, 2010, bringing tons of updated packages. These ISO images are compiled using Squashfs 4.0 with LZMA compression and, for the first time, we are using GRUB 2 as the default bootloader. The kernel build system has been modified and improved vastly to produce better kernel packages. Our brand new 2.6.32.9 kernel with improved configuration is patched using the latest TuxOnIce and Con Kolivas's BFS performance patches." Read the rest of the release announcement for further details. Download: parsix_3.5-test-1-i386.iso (839MB, MD5), parsix_3.5-test-1-amd64.iso (844MB, MD5).
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| 2010-02-07 |
NEW • Distribution Release: Parsix GNU/Linux 3.0r2 |
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Alan Baghumian has released a revised build of Parsix GNU/Linux 3.0, a desktop distribution and live CD based on Debian's testing branch: "The second update version of Parsix GNU/Linux 3.0 'Kev' is available for immediate download. This version merges all security, bug-fix and feature updates published in the APT repositories. It also fixes remaining minor bugs such as mounting an NTFS formatted drive in live mode and X.Org configuration error and represents a new experimental USB installer that enables users to run Parsix from USB keys and pen drives. Parsix 'Kev' brings GNOME 2.26.3, a brand new kernel based on Linux 2.6.29.6 with extra patches and drivers, updated installer system that supports separate /home partition, ext4 file system and GRUB 2." Here is the brief release announcement. Download: parsix_3.0r2-i386.iso (690MB, MD5), parsix_3.0r2-amd64.iso (696MB, MD5).
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| 2009-12-20 |
NEW • Distribution Release: Parsix GNU/Linux 3.0r1 |
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Alan Baghumian has announced the availability of the first revision of Parsix GNU/Linux 3.0, a desktop distribution and live CD based on Debian's testing branch: "The first update of Parsix GNU/Linux 3.0 is available for immediate download. This version merges all security and bug-fix updates. Also, a bug in installer that prevented detection of other installed operating systems has been fixed. Parsix 3.0 brings a vast amount of new features, like GNOME 2.26.3, brand new kernel based on Linux 2.6.29.6 with extra patches and drivers, updated installer that supports separate /home partition, ext4 file system and GRUB 2. In other news, Parsix 3.5 repositories are up and running and all community users are welcome to start testing and using it. The final release is planned for March 2010." Here is the brief release announcement. Download: parsix_3.0r1-i386.iso (686MB, MD5), parsix_3.0r1-amd64.iso (693MB, MD5).
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| 2009-10-15 |
NEW • Distribution Release: Parsix GNU/Linux 3.0 |
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Alan Baghumian has announced the release of Parsix GNU/Linux 3.0, a desktop distribution and live CD based on Debian's testing branch: "We proudly announce the immediate availability of Parsix GNU/Linux 3.0 aka 'Kev'. Parsix Kev brings a vast amount of new features like GNOME 2.26.3, brand new kernel based on Linux 2.6.29.6 with extra patches and drivers, updated installer system that supports separate /home partition, ext4 file system and GRUB 2, NetworkManager is finally the default networking stack, Aufs and Unionfs support, Squashfs + LZMA compression for live CD and lots of updated packages - GNU Iceweasel 3.5.3, GParted 0.4.6, Pidgin 2.6.2 and OpenOffice.org 3.1.1. Due to a vast amount of changes and new default features in this version, it is highly recommended to do a CD-ROM update-mode installation." Read the release announcement and release notes for additional details. Download: parsix_3.0r0-i386.iso (686MB, MD5), parsix_3.0r0-amd64.iso (692MB, MD5).
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| 2009-10-08 |
NEW • Development Release: Parsix GNU/Linux 3.0 Test 3 |
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Alan Baghumian has announced the availability of the third test release of Parsix GNU/Linux 3.0, a desktop distribution based on Debian's testing branch: "The third testing release of Parsix GNU/Linux 3.0 is ready for immediate download. It brings a vast amount of new features such as: GNOME 2.26.3, brand new kernel based on Linux 2.6.29.6 with extra patches and drivers, updated installer system that supports separate /home partition, ext4 file system and GRUB 2, NetworkManager is finally default networking stack, Aufs and Unionfs support, Squashfs + LZMA compression for live CD and lots of updated packages - GNU Iceweasel 3.5.3, GParted 0.4.6, Pidgin 2.6.2 and OpenOffice.org 3.1.1. We are looking forward to release the final version next week, so please do your best to test and report any problems you see." Read the release announcement and release notes for further information. Download: parsix_3.0r0-test-3-i386.iso (687MB, MD5), parsix_3.0r0-test-3-amd64.iso (684MB, MD5).
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| 2009-09-22 |
NEW • Development Release: Parsix GNU/Linux 3.0 Test 2 |
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Alan Baghumian has announced the availability of the second test release of Parsix GNU/Linux 3.0, a desktop distribution based on Debian's testing branch: "After a long delay waiting for X.Org 7.4 transition, the second testing release of Parsix GNU/Linux 3.0 is finally out. This version brings a vast amount of new features like: GNOME 2.26.3, a brand new kernel based on Linux 2.6.29.6 with extra patches and drivers, updated installer system that supports separate /home partition, ext4 file system and GRUB 2, NetworkManager as the default networking stack, Aufs and Unionfs support, Squashfs + LZMA compression for live CD and lots of updated packages, including GNU Iceweasel 3.5.2, GParted 0.4.6, Pidgin 2.6.2, OpenOffice.org 3.1.1 and Compiz Fusion 0.8.2." See the release announcement and release notes for further details. Download: parsix_3.0r0-test-2-i386.iso (691MB, MD5), parsix_3.0r0-test-2-amd64.iso (695MB, MD5).
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| 2009-07-14 |
NEW • Development Release: Parsix GNU/Linux 3.0 Test 1 |
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Alan Baghumian announced the first testing release of Parsix GNU/Linux 3.0, code name "Kev", a desktop distribution based on Debian's testing branch: "This version brings a vast amount of new features like: GNOME 2.26.2, brand new kernel based on Linux 2.6.29.6 with extra patches and drivers, updated installer system that supports ext4 and separate /home partition; NetworkManager is finally the default networking stack, Aufs and Unionfs support, Squashfs + LZMA compression for live CD and lots of updated packages - GNU Iceweasel 3.0.11, GParted 0.4.5, Pidgin 2.5.6, OpenOffice.org 3.0.1, Compiz Fusion 0.8.2 etc. We need community users help to test new installer features." See the release announcement and release notes for more details. Download: parsix_3.0r0-test-1-i386.iso (679MB, MD5), parsix_3.0r0-test-1-amd64.iso (687MB, MD5).
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| 2009-03-21 |
NEW • Distribution Release: Parsix GNU/Linux 2.0 |
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Alan Baghumian has announced the final release of Parsix GNU/Linux 2.0, a desktop distribution based on Debian's testing branch: "After several months of testing and development, the final version of Parsix GNU/Linux 2.0, code name 'Boss Skua', is out. Parsix 2.0 ships a brand new kernel based on Linux 2.6.26.8, with extra patches and drivers, the live CD compression system has been upgraded to version 3.4 which brings higher compression rate, Unionfs is default for live CD mode, several bugs have been fixed and several packages updated. Highlights: GNOME 2.24.3, GNU Iceweasel 3.0.7, GParted 0.4.3, Pidgin 2.4.3, OpenOffice.org 2.4.1, Compiz-Fusion 0.7.8, VirtualBox-OSE 2.1.4, GNU Flash Player 0.8.4 and xFarDic 0.11.5." See the release announcement and release notes for more details. Download: parsix_2.0r0-i386.iso (668MB, MD5), parsix_2.0r0-amd64.iso (676MB, MD5).
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| 2009-03-11 |
NEW • Development Release: Parsix GNU/Linux 2.0 Test 3 |
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Alan Baghumian has announced the availability of the third test release of Parsix GNU/Linux 2.0, a desktop distribution and live CD based on Debian's testing branch: "The third and final testing release of Parsix GNU/Linux, code name 'Boss Skua', is out. Parsix Boss ships a brand new kernel based on Linux 2.6.26.8, with extra patches and drivers. The live CD compression system has been upgraded to version 3.4, which brings higher compression rate. Unionfs is default for live CD mode. Several bugs have been fixed and several packages updated. Highlights: GNOME 2.24.3, GNU Iceweasel 3.0.6, GParted 0.4.3, Pidgin 2.4.3 and OpenOffice.org 2.4.1, Compiz-Fusion 0.7.8, VirtualBox 2.1.4 and GNU Flash Player 0.8.4. We still have a couple of things to accomplish, including a kernel update for the latest TuxOnIce, so expect the final release within a week." Read the release announcement and release notes for more information. Download (MD5): parsix_2.0r0-test-3-i386.iso (669MB, MD5), parsix_2.0r0-test-3-amd64.iso (677MB, MD5).
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| 2009-02-14 |
NEW • Development Release: Parsix GNU/Linux 2.0 Test 2 |
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Alan Baghumian has announced the availability of the second test release of Parsix GNU/Linux 2.0, a desktop distribution and live CD based on Debian's testing branch: "The second testing release of Parsix GNU/Linux, code name 'Boss Skua', is out. Parsix Boss ships a brand new kernel based on Linux 2.6.26.8 with extra patches and drivers. The live CD compression system has been upgraded to version 3.4 which brings higher compression rate, while Unionfs is the default for live CD mode. Several bugs have been fixed and several packages updated. Highlights: GNOME 2.24.3, GNU Iceweasel 3.0.6, GParted 0.4.2, Pidgin 2.4.3 and OpenOffice.org 2.4.1, Compiz Fusion 0.7.8, VirtualBox 2.1.2 and GNU Flash Player 0.8.4." Read the release announcement and release notes for additional information. Download: parsix_2.0r0-test-2-i386.iso (669MB, MD5), parsix_2.0r0-test-2-amd64.iso (679MB, MD5).
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| 2008-12-27 |
NEW • Development Release: Parsix GNU/Linux 2.0 Test 1 |
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The first test release of the upcoming Parsix GNU/Linux 2.0, a desktop distribution and live CD based on Debian's testing repository, is ready for download: "The first testing release of Parsix GNU/Linux, code name 'Boss Skua', is finally out. It took little longer due to more dramatic changes in GNOME 2.24 than in the older releases. Parsix 'Boss' ships with a brand new kernel based on Linux 2.6.26.8, with extra patches and drivers. The live CD compression system has been upgraded to version 3.4 which brings higher compression rate, Unionfs is default for live CD mode. Several bugs have been fixed and many packages updated. Highlights: GNOME 2.24.2, GNU Iceweasel 3.0.5, GParted 0.4.1, Pidgin 2.4.3, OpenOffice.org 2.4.1, Compiz Fusion 0.7.8, VirtualBox OSE 2.0.6 and GNU Flash Player 0.8.4." Read the release announcement and release notes for further information. Download: parsix_2.0r0-test-1-i386.iso (641MB, MD5), parsix_2.0r0-test-1-amd64.iso (653MB, MD5).
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| 2008-10-22 |
NEW • Distribution Release: Parsix GNU/Linux 1.5r2 |
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Alan Baghumian has announced the availability of the second revision of Parsix GNU/Linux 1.5, a desktop distribution and live CD based on Debian's testing branch: "The second maintenance release of Parsix GNU/Linux 1.5, code name 'Viola', is available now. Viola r2 is synchronized with Debian testing repositories as of July 24, 2008. This version contains several bug fixes, several updated packages and updated kernel drivers. Highlights: GNOME 2.22.3, GNU Iceweasel 3.0.3, Pidgin 2.4.3 and OpenOffice.org 2.4.1. Viola officially supports Compiz Fusion, VirtualBox-OSE and GNU Flash Player." Read the release announcement and release notes for more information. Download: parsix_1.5r2-i386.iso (684MB, MD5), parsix_1.5r2-amd64.iso (695MB, MD5).
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| 2008-07-30 |
NEW • Distribution Release: Parsix GNU/Linux 1.5r1 |
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Alan Baghumian today announced the release of Parsix GNU/Linux 1.5r1, a Debian-based desktop distribution and live CD with Persian support: "An updated version of Parsix GNU/Linux 1.5 code name `Viola` is available now. Viola r1 is synchronized with Parsix and Debian testing repositories as of July 24, 2008. This version contains several bug fixes, updated kernel drivers, updated documentation and updated X.Org. Highlights: GNOME 2.22.3, GNU Iceweasel 3.0.1, Pidgin 2.4.3 and OpenOffice.org 2.4.1. Viola officially supports Compiz-Fusion, VirtualBox-OSE and GNU Flash Player. For more information see release notes and Viola screenshots." Read the release announcement and release notes for more information. Download: parsix_1.5r1-i386.iso (682MB, MD5), parsix_1.5r1-amd64.iso (693MB, MD5).
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| 2008-06-28 |
NEW • Distribution Release: Parsix GNU/Linux 1.5r0 |
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Alan Baghumian has announced the release of Parsix GNU/Linux 1.5r0, a Debian-based desktop distribution and live CD: "After a 2-week delay, we proudly announce the immediate availability of Parsix GNU/Linux 1.5r0, code name 'Viola'. Parsix Viola brings several new features and it includes a new kernel, updated software packages, updated documentation, improved installer system, and several fixes for reported defects. This version is synchronized with Parsix and Debian testing repositories as of June 25, 2008. Several bugs have been solved. Replaced GQView with gThumb, Camorama with Cheese, and re-added iptraf and nmap. Parsix Viola officially supports Compiz Fusion, VirtualBox-OSE, and GNU Flash Player. Highlights: GNOME 2.22.2, X.Org 7.3, Linux kernel 2.6.24.4, OpenOffice.org 2.4.0 and GNU Iceweasel 3.0 RC2." Read the release announcement and release notes for more information. Download: parsix_1.5r0-i386.iso (681MB, MD5), parsix_1.5r0-amd64.iso (693MB, MD5).
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| 2008-06-09 |
NEW • Development Release: Parsix GNU/Linux 1.5r0 Test 3 |
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Alan Baghumian has announced the availability of the third test release of Parsix GNU/Linux 1.5, a desktop distribution based on Debian's testing branch: "The third testing version of the brand new release of Parsix GNU/Linux 1.5 (codename 'Viola') is available now. This version is synchronized with Parsix and Debian testing repositories as of June 7, 2008. Several bugs have been solved. Replaced GQview with gThumb image viewer, replaced Camorama with Cheese and re-added Bug-buddy, GDB and IPTraf. Parsix Viola officially supports Compiz Fusion, VirtualBox OSE and GNU Flash player. Highlights: GNOME 2.22.2, X.Org 7.3, Linux kernel 2.6.24.4 with CK patch and CVE-2008-1669 fix, TuxOnIce 3.0-RC7, iwlwifi 1.2.23 with LED support and PowerTOP patches, updated several kernel drivers, OpenOffice.org 2.4.0 and GNU Iceweasel 3.0 Beta 5." The release announcement, release notes. Download: parsix_1.5r0-test-3-i386.iso (679MB, MD5), parsix_1.5r0-test-3-amd64.iso (691MB, MD5).
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| 2008-05-18 |
NEW • Development Release: Parsix GNU/Linux 1.5r0 Test 2 |
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Alan Baghumian has announced the second test release of Parsix GNU/Linux 1.5r0, a desktop distribution and live CD based on Debian's testing branch: "The second testing version of Parsix GNU/Linux 1.5 (code name 'Viola') is available now. Viola test 2 brings several new features, contains a new kernel, updated software packages and several fixes for the reported defects. This version is synchronized with Parsix and Debian testing repositories as of May 17, 2008. Several bugs have been solved. Viola test 2 officially supports Compiz-Fusion, VirtualBox OSE and GNU Flash Player. Highlights: GNOME 2.22.1, X.Org 7.3, Linux kernel 2.6.24.4 with CK, TuxOnIce 3.0-RC7, iwlwifi 1.2.23 with LED support and PowerTOP patch, updated several kernel drivers, OpenOffice.org 2.4.0 and GNU Iceweasel 3.0 Beta 5." The release announcement, release notes. Download: parsix_1.5r0-test-2-i386.iso (681MB, MD5), parsix_1.5r0-test-2-amd64.iso (693MB, MD5).
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| 2008-04-20 |
NEW • Development Release: Parsix GNU/Linux 1.5r0 Test 1 |
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Alan Baghumian announced the release of the first test version of Parsix GNU/Linux 1.5r0, a desktop distribution from Iran based on Debian and derived from KANOTIX: "The first testing version of the brand new version of Parsix GNU/Linux 1.5 (code name 'Viola') is available now. Viola TEST-1 contains a new kernel, many updated software packages and several fixes for the reported defects. This version is synchronized with Parsix and Debian testing repositories as of April 18, 2008. Several bugs have been solved (#101, #102, #103, #105, #106), replaced GQView with EOG image viewer, removed bug-buddy, gdb and iptraf to make more free space. Highlights: GNOME 2.22.1, Linux kernel 2.6.24.4 with CK, TuxOnIce 3.0-RC5, iwlwifi 1.2.23 with led support and powertop patches, updated several kernel drivers, OpenOffice.org 2.4.0 and GNU Iceweasel 2.0.0.12. We need your help to test the system and report bugs." Read the release announcement and release notes for more. Download: parsix_1.5r0-test-1-i386.iso (690MB, MD5), parsix_1.5r0-test-1-amd64.iso (702MB, MD5).
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| 2008-03-13 |
NEW • Distribution Release: Parsix GNU/Linux 1.0r1 |
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Alan Baghumian has announced the release of the first revision of Parsix GNU/Linux 1.0, a desktop distribution based on Debian's testing branch: "An updated version of Parsix GNU/Linux 1.0, code name 'Ramon', is available now. Parsix Ramon r1 contains updated packages and several fixes for the reported defects. Ramon r1 also introduces Continent APT repository, along with the officially supported Parsix repository. The Continent repository consists of the whole Debian testing archive, minus the official Parsix repository packages. Other highlights are: updated and security patched 2.6.23.14 kernel, GNOME 2.20.3, lots of updated packages, including OpenOffice.org 2.3.1, GNU Iceweasel 2.0.0.12, GIMP 2.4.4, glibc 2.7, Pidgin 2.3.1, Exaile 0.2.11, xFarDic 0.10.3 and more. All packages have been synchronized with Debian's testing repository as of March 08, 2008." The release announcement, release notes. Download: parsix_1.0r1-i386.iso (670MB, MD5), parsix_1.0r1-amd64.iso (697MB, MD5).
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| 2008-01-25 |
NEW • Distribution Release: Parsix GNU/Linux 1.0r0 |
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Alan Baghumian has announced the release of Parsix GNU/Linux 1.0r0, a desktop distribution based on Debian's testing branch: "We are proud to announce that the final version of Parsix GNU/Linux 1.0r0, code name 'Ramon', is available now. The main highlights are: Improved live system with new start-up and shut-down scripts, new live structure, new Squashfs + LZMA compression system, updated installer system, new 2.6.23.14 kernel with CFS 24.1, CK, TuxOnIce 3.0-RC5, Iwlwifi and other patches, GNOME 2.20.3, lots of updated packages including OpenOffice.org 2.2.1, GNU Iceweasel 2.0.0.11, GIMP 2.4.3, glibc 2.7, Pidgin 2.3.1, all packages have been synchronized with Debian testing repository as of January 24, 2008, new GUI X.Org configuration tool ported from Ubuntu, new attractive look and feel." Read the release announcement and release notes for further details. Download: parsix_1.0r0-i386.iso (680MB, MD5), parsix_1.0r0-amd64.iso (698MB, MD5).
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| 2008-01-11 |
NEW • Development Release: Parsix GNU/Linux 1.0r0 Test 3 |
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Alan Baghumian has announced the third test release of Parsix GNU/Linux 1.0r0, a Debian-based desktop distribution: "The third testing release of Parsix GNU/Linux 1.0r0, code name 'Ramon, has been released. Changes since test-2: GNOME 2.20.3, fixed reported bugs and several system clean-ups. The main highlights are: Improved live system with new start-up and shut-down scripts, new live structure, new Squashfs + LZMA compression system, brand new 2.6.23.9 kernel with CFS v24, CK, TuxOnIce, Iwlwifi and other patches, new GUI X.Org configuration tool ported from Ubuntu, new attractive blackish look and feel and more. This is a well tested system and there is not any critical breakage, but we need the community help to test sections like GNOME desktop and included software packages." The release announcement, release notes. Download: parsix_1.0r0-test-3-i386.iso (677MB, MD5), parsix_1.0r0-test-3-amd64.iso (695MB, MD5).
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| 2007-12-28 |
NEW • Development Release: Parsix GNU/Linux 1.0r0 Test 2 |
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Alan Baghumian has announced the second test release of Parsix GNU/Linux 1.0r0: "The second testing release of Parsix GNU/Linux 1.0r0, code name 'Ramon', has been released. Changes since TEST-1: updated kernel to 2.6.23.9, fixed reported bugs, updated Parsix graphics. Parsix Ramon brings lots of improvements and new features integrated with the latest open source technologies right to your laptop and desktop computers. The main highlights are: Improved live system with new start-up and shut-down scripts, new live structure, new Squashfs + LZMA compression system, new kernel with CFS v24, CK, TuxOnIce, Iwlwifi and other patches, GNOME 2.20.2, lots of updated packages...." See the release announcement and release notes for a full list of new features. Download: parsix_1.0r0-test-2-i386.iso (669MB, MD5), parsix_1.0r0-test-2-amd64.iso (686MB, MD5).
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| 2007-12-14 |
NEW • Development Release: Parsix GNU/Linux 1.0r0 Test 1 |
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Alan Baghumian has announced that the first beta release of Parsix GNU/Linux 1.0r0 is available for testing: "The first testing release of Parsix GNU/Linux 1.0r0, code name 'Ramon', has been released. This version brings lots of improvements and new features integrated with the latest open source technologies. The main highlights are: Improved live system with new start-up and shut-down scripts, new live structure, new SquashFS + LZMA compression system, new 2.6.23.1 kernel with CFS, CK, TuxOnIce, Iwlwifi and other patches, GNOME 2.20.2, lots of updated packages, including OpenOffice.org 2.2.1, GNU Iceweasel 2.0.0.8, GIMP 2.4.1, glibc 2.7, Pidgin 2.2.2, Exaile 0.2.10, new GUI X.Org configuration tool ported from Ubuntu, new attractive look and feel." Read the release announcement and release notes for further details. Download: parsix_1.0r0-test-1-i386.iso (651MB, MD5), parsix_1.0r0-test-1-amd64.iso (668MB, MD5).
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| 2007-10-05 |
NEW • Distribution Release: Parsix GNU/Linux 0.90r2 |
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Alan Baghumian has announced the availability of the second revision of Parsix GNU/Linux 0.90: "An updated version of Parsix GNU/Linux 0.90, code,name Barry, has been released. Barry r2 merges all published updates from Parsix and Debian testing repositories as of Oct 3, 2007. Several bugs have been solved, including installer crash problem in languages other than English. Highlights: GNOME 2.18.3, Linux kernel 2.6.20.1 with CK and Suspend2 patches, OpenOffice.org 2.2.1, GNU Iceweasel 2.0.0.6, Pidgin 2.2.0 and more. Users who regularly update their systems using apt, do not need to download this version. Note that this is the last maintenance release of Parsix Barry series and will be supported until one month after the next release of the Parsix GNU/Linux project, called 'Ramon' (version 1.0)." More details in the release announcement and release notes. Download: parsix_090r2-i386.iso (693MB, MD5), parsix_090r2-amd64.iso (702MB, MD5).
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| 2007-08-17 |
NEW • Distribution Release: Parsix GNU/Linux 0.90r1 |
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Alan Baghumian has announced the availability of an updated release of Parsix GNU/Linux 0.90: "An updated version of Parsix GNU/Linux 0.90, code name Barry, has been released. Barry r1 introduces the project's first ever 64-bit edition, both 32-bit and 64-bit editions have been built from scratch using debootstrap, several fixes have been made, and merged all published updates from Parsix and Debian testing repositories as of Aug 15, 2007. Highlights: GNOME 2.18.3, Linux kernel 2.6.20.1 with CK and Suspend2 patches, read/write mode is the default for NTFS partitions, improved hardware detection system and hard disk installer, VLC replaces Totem." Read the release announcement and release notes for further details. Download: parsix_090r1-i386.iso (693MB, MD5), parsix_090r1-amd64.iso (702MB, MD5).
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| 2007-06-18 |
NEW • Distribution Release: Parsix GNU/Linux 0.90 |
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Alan Baghumian has announced the final release of Parsix GNU/Linux 0.90: "We are pleased to announce the immediate availability of the most perfect version of Parsix GNU/Linux ever, 0.90r0 codename 'Barry'. This version brings the recent open source technologies bound into a quality live and installation CD-ROM right to your desktop and laptop PC. Highlights: improved live functionality and i18n support, vastly improved installer system to install and enable proper functions needed by specific hardware automatically, and fully integrated update installation mode. Software packages: Linux kernel 2.6.20.1 with CK and Suspend2 patch sets, GNOME 2.18.2 desktop, X.Org 7.2, OpenOffice.org 2.0.4, GNU Iceweasel 2.0.0.3...." Please read the release announcement and release notes for full details. Download: parsix_090r0.iso (695MB, MD5).
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| 2007-06-05 |
NEW • Development Release: Parsix GNU/Linux 0.90 Test 3 |
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Alan Baghumian has announced the third test release of Parsix GNU/Linux 0.90: "The final testing release of Parsix GNU/Linux 0.90, codename 'Barry' has been released. Changes since TEST-2: kernel has been finalized and uploaded to the repository, GNOME 2.18.2, replaced Sun-Java with GCJ, added Parsix-Book 1.0.0 (Persian) to the CD-ROM, updated documentation, several bug fixes and minor clean-ups, glibc 2.5, xFarDic 0.9.0 and all packages has been synchronized with Debian testing repositories as Jun 4, 2007. Please report issues and defects to the bug tracker or post to the mailing list." Here is the brief release announcement. Download: parsix_090-test-3.iso (690MB, MD5).
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| 2007-05-19 |
NEW • Development Release: Parsix GNU/Linux 0.90 Test 2 |
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Alan Baghumian has announced the second test release of Parsix GNU/Linux 0.90: "A new testing release of Parsix GNU/Linux 0.90, code,name 'Barry', is available now. Changes since TEST-1: updated kernel, new GNOME logout window, new artwork, added 3D desktop support using Compiz 0.4 and desktop effects helper tool, added two new boot menu items to support wide screen monitors, added Wammu package, several bugs fixes, minor installer fixes and regular clean-ups. All packages have been synchronized with Debian testing as of May 18, 2007." Here is the full release announcement. Download: parsix_090-test-2.iso (701MB, MD5).
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| 2007-05-04 |
NEW • Development Release: Parsix GNU/Linux 0.90 Test 1 |
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The first development build of Parsix GNU/Linux 0.90 has been released for testing: "After two months of development, the first testing release of Parsix GNU/Linux 0.90, codename 'Barry', is available. This version comes with the latest Debian testing branch packages. Highlights: a brand new version of the Parsix installer that supports fully integrated update installation mode to update your existing installations without pain, new 2.6.20.1 kernel with CK performance and Suspend2 patches, Parsix-specific GNOME 2.18.1 desktop environment, improved live mode and lots of updates, clean-ups and minor bug fixes. Note that the kernel is frozen but is not complete yet, new artwork is not ready and will be shipped with test 2." Here is the brief release announcement for more details. Download: parsix_090-test-1.iso (701MB, MD5).
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| 2007-03-03 |
NEW • Distribution Release: Parsix GNU/Linux 0.85.1 |
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Alan Baghumian has announced the release of Parsix GNU/Linux 0.85.1: "An updated version of Parsix GNU/Linux is available now. This version merges all published updates on the Parsix and Debian repositories since December 1, 2006 to Mar 1, 2007 into a rock solid collection and fixes all reported bugs. Highlights are: GNOME 2.16.3, 2.6.18 kernel with many extra patches and updated drivers, including CK performance patches, GNU IceWeasel 2.0.0.1, OpenOffice.org 2.0.4, improved installer system, xFarDic 0.8.4, updated documentation, many fixes and clean-ups. We have also added Armenian to the dozens of supported languages. If you didn't test Parsix GNU/Linux yet, it's the time to do so." Read the release announcement and release notes for further details. Download: parsix_0851.iso (699MB, MD5).
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| 2006-12-01 |
NEW • Distribution Release: Parsix GNU/Linux 0.85 |
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Parsix GNU/Linux 0.85 has been released: "We are proud to announce that a brand new version of Parsix GNU/Linux is available now. This version brings the latest open source technologies to your PC. Highlights are: GNOME 2.16.2, X.Org 7.1, Linux kernel 2.6.18 with many extra patches and drivers including CK performance and Suspend2 patches and many wireless drivers, Intel ipw3945 wireless support, OpenOffice.org 2.0.4, GNU IceWeasel 2.0 web browser, seamless hibernation and suspend support, newly released xFarDic 0.8.0 multilingual dictionary, updated installer, new artwork, NTFS read/write support using ntfs3g, updated documentation and support for 3D desktop using AIGLX/Compiz. Packages are synchronized with Debian Etch repository as Nov 30, 2006." The release announcement. Download: parsix_085.iso (692MB, MD5).
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| 2006-11-17 |
NEW • Development Release: Parsix GNU/Linux 0.85 Test 3 |
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Alan Baghumian has announced the third development release of Parsix GNU/Linux 0.85: "Third testing version of Parsix GNU/Linux 0.85 is available now. Major changes since test 2: fixed hibernation and suspend, changed font rendering default settings, GNOME 2.16.1, OpenOffice.org 2.0.4, Firefox 2.0, new artwork, updated documentation, fixed more that 20 bugs, added ltmodem and sl-modem drivers again, updated HSF/HCF internal modem drivers and many package updates, synchronized with Debian testing branch as Nov 16, 2006. We need to test new GNOME 2.16.1 desktop more and final version is planned for Dec 1, 2006. This is a RC quality release and you can report possible bugs here." Here is the brief release announcement. Download: parsix_085-test-3.iso (696MB, MD5).
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| 2006-10-27 |
NEW • Development Release: Parsix GNU/Linux 0.85 Test 2 |
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Alan Baghumian has announced the second development release of Parsix GNU/Linux 0.85: "A new testing release of Parsix GNU/Linux 0.85 is available now. Beside many fixed bugs, this version contains an updated 2.6.18 kernel with improved hardware detection, especially for SATA hard drives. Also there are many updated packages since test 1, synchronized with Debian testing branch on Oct 26, 2006. You are most welcome to test this release and report possible bugs. In other news, a special edition of Parsix GNU/Linux has been deployed on 6,000 PCs obtained for Iranian schools by the Ministry of Education." Read the full release announcement for further details. Download: parsix_085-test-2.iso (683MB, MD5).
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| 2006-10-09 |
NEW • Development Release: Parsix GNU/Linux 0.85 Test 1 |
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Alan Baghumian has announced the release of a first test build of Parsix GNU/Linux 0.85: "We proudly announce that an updated testing release of Parsix GNU/Linux is available now. The highlights are: many updated packages with Debian testing branch; new 2.6.18 kernel with many patches and additional drivers; GNOME 2.14.3, OpenOffice.org 2.0.3 and X.Org 7.0.22; NTFS read/write with ntfs3g; xFarDic 0.8.0-beta1, added ipw3945 and libata support, many clean-ups and minor bug fixes. The final release is scheduled for November 15, 2006. In another news: Parsix Wiki is ready for use." Read the rest of the release announcement for further information. Download: parsix_085-test-1.iso (664MB, MD5).
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| 2006-06-19 |
NEW • Distribution Release: Parsix GNU/Linux 0.80.1 |
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Alan Baghumian has announced the availability of Parsix GNU/Linux 0.80.1, a bug-fix update to the earlier release of the KANOTIX-based live CD: "An updated version of Parsix GNU/Linux is available now. This version mainly fixes some reported bugs after the release of version 0.80. There are very slight package updates to fix some bugs. Fixed bugs are: Totem crash on some systems; human theme display problem on ATI chips; GNOME theme tool missing tab problem; FAT and NTFS automount during boot in live mode. We have also added SMP kernel support." Here is the full release announcement. Download: parsix_0801.iso (667MB, MD5).
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| 2006-06-05 |
NEW • Distribution Release: Parsix GNU/Linux 0.80 |
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Parsix GNU/Linux 0.80 has been released: "After 3 months of development and testing, a brand new version of Parsix GNU/Linux i686-optimized desktop is available. Major improvements are better system performance, new documentation, updated software packages, better hardware support and Parsix's own apt repository that enables users to get further updates." The new Parsix is based on the current Debian unstable tree, with kernel 2.6.16.17 (plus many patches including CK's performance patches and extra WLAN drivers), X.Org 7.0.20, GNOME 2.14.2, OpenOffice.org 2.0.2 and new desktop theme. Read the full release announcement for more details. Download: parsix_080.iso (676MB, MD5).
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| 2006-05-25 |
NEW • Development Release: Parsix GNU/Linux 0.80 Beta 1 |
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Alan Baghumian has announced the beginning of public beta testing of the upcoming Parsix GNU/Linux 0.80: "Parsix GNU/Linux 0.80 BETA-1 is ready for public testing and bug report. Some key new features are: a new 100-pages Parsix GNOME 2.14 user's guide (Persian) and other updated documentation (Persian and English); kernel 2.6.16.14 with many patches including CK's performance patches and extra WLAN drivers, X.Org 7.0.20, GNOME 2.14.1, integrated GNOME power manager, OpenOffice.org 2.0.2, new look and feel using Ubuntulooks theme and Tangerine icon set; support for hibernation and suspend to RAM...." Read the rest of the release announcement for more details. Download: parsix_080-beta1.iso (671MB, MD5).
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| 2006-02-07 |
NEW • Distribution Release: Parsix GNU/Linux 0.76 |
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Parsix GNU/Linux has been updated to version 0.76: "To celebrate first anniversary of the Parsix GNU/Linux project, an updated, fixed and improved version of Parsix GNU/Linux is available now. Important changes since 0.75 are: added many WLAN drivers to all kernels; added sl-modem and ltmodem drivers to all kernels; Ndiswrapper 1.8 support; added English starter guide; added support for many locales like de, fr, it; added Firestarter personal firewall; removed Evolution to make more space on the CD-ROM for new documents; Linux 2.6.14.5, GNOME 2.12.2, X.Org 6.9, OpenOffice.org 2.0.1...." The release announcement. Download: parsix_076.iso (688MB, MD5).
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| 2006-01-18 |
NEW • Distribution Release: Parsix GNU/Linux 0.75 |
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A new version of Parsix GNU/Linux, an Iranian distribution based on Debian and KANOTIX, has been released: "Finally, after two months of hard work, Parsix GNU/Linux 0.75 is ready! This version is the most complete and stable release of Parsix GNU/Linux ever. Many many improvements have been made since 0.70, such as new look and feel, highly improved installation system with existing installation update feature, automatic USB mass storage management, GNOME 2.12.2 desktop environment, Kernel 2.6.14.5 optimized for i686 and k7, i686-optimized libc6 with NPTL support, X.Org 6.9, new live and GRUB splash screens, Parsix documentation, many updated packages...." See the release announcement for more details. Download: parsix_0751.iso (697MB, MD5).
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| 2005-11-13 |
NEW • Distribution Release: Parsix GNU/Linux 0.70 |
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Parsix is an Iranian Linux live and installation CD with support for input in Farsi and other convenient utilities for speakers of the language of Iran. Version 0.70 was released today: "We are pleased to announce that a brand new version of Parsix GNU/Linux is available now. This version includes GNOME 2.10.2 and OpenOffice.org 2.0.0 and will be distributed at the World Summit on the Information Society (WSIS) 2005, Nov. 16-18, Tunis. Parsix GNU/Linux 0.70 is built from scratch using KANOTIX 2005-4 and is optimized for hard disk installation. Added many packages like AbiWord 2.4.1, GnuCash 1.8.10, Evince 0.4.0, Camorama, GnomeMeeting, Synaptic, Tasksel, Aptitude.... xFarDic multilingual dictionary is updated to 0.7.3 and now supports multiple word databases." The release announcement. Download: parsix_070-wsis-2005.iso (689MB, MD5).
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| 2005-07-01 |
NEW • Distribution Release: Parsix GNU/Linux 0.60 |
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Parsix GNU/Linux is a Debian-based live CD with support for Persian (Farsi). Version 0.60 was released today: "We are happy to announce that a new version of Parsix GNU/Linux - a live and installation CD with Persian language support - is available now. Parsix GNU/Linux 0.60 uses latest Debian Sid packages (29-06-2005). A short list of most important improvements: new look and feel thanks to ClearLooks 0.6 GTK style/theme, new installer based on the KANOTIX installer, added Parsix launcher panel, added Parsix icon set, updated Parsix-DOC, GNOME 2.10.1, OpenOffice.org 1.1.4, GIMP 2.2.8, Firefox 1.0.4...." The release announcement, changelog, screenshots. Download from here: parsix_060.iso (554MB, MD5).
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| 2005-05-05 |
NEW • Distribution Release: Parsix GNU/Linux 0.50 |
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Parsix GNU/Linux is an Iranian live CD based on KNOPPIX with support for the Persian language. Version 0.50 has been released: "Another release and a big step forward for Parsix GNU/Linux project. Parsix GNU/Linux 0.50 is built from scratch using KNOPPIX 3.8.1 with the latest Debian Sarge packages (May 1 2005). There are many new features and additions like UnionFS that allows full read/write on CD, users can add/remove packages while running on CD, NTFS read/write support, Kernel 2.6.11, Gnome 2.8.3, OpenOffice.org 1.1.3 preconfigured for RTL languages, GIMP 2.2.6, Firefox 1.0.3, Thunderbird 1.0.2...." Read the full release announcement and view the screenshots page for further details. Download: parsix_050.iso (548MB).
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| 2005-03-15 |
NEW • Distribution Release: Parsix GNU/Linux 0.46 |
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A new version of Parsix GNU/Linux, an Iranian live CD with support for Persian input, has been released: "Another version of Parsix GNU/Linux is available for public download. Parsix 0.46 is our special Nowrooz gift. Nowrooz is Iranian new year holiday that starts from first day of spring. This version contains a lot of fixes and updates. All packages are synchronized with Debian Sarge repository (2005-03-01), added dhcp-client and pppoeconf (both missing in 0.45), added gnome-audio, gnome-games, emacs21, gxmms and vim-gtk, fixed autofs and a new wallpaper (Castle of BAAM) by N. Kasraian. We replaced Ctrl+Shift keyboard shortcut key with Alt+Shift to fix some conflicts. Now it is possible to install Parsix GNU/Linux into your hard disk." Read more in the release announcement. Download: parsix_046.iso (487MB).
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| 2005-02-01 |
NEW • Distribution Release: Parsix GNU/Linux 0.45 |
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A gift from ancient Persia, a first public release of Parsix GNU/Linux is now available for download: "We are pleased to announce that our first public release of Parsix GNU/Linux is now available for download. This version is synchronized with recent Debian Sarge repository updates (Jan 25, 2005) and we also added a new version of xFarDic English-Persian dictionary (0.5.1). Many thanks to Shabdix GNU/Linux project - who shared their project space with us - and users who tested our beta releases. Please do not forget to send us your comments and suggestions." Here is the release announcement. The user interface of Parsix GNU/Linux is in English, but Farsi (Persian) input is supported. The live CD can be downloaded from here: parsix_045.iso (471MB).
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